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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2005-09-01, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2005. Giddy-up Getting some appreciation for the olden days, John Dekroon of Dublin takes the reins at the 78th annual tractor and horse plow match. It was Dekroon’s first time plowing With his horses (Heather Crawford photo) Sitting pretty The participants in the Princess of the Furrow competition gather together Thursday. From left to right, Samantha Klaver, Jayme Dowson, Amber Townsend, Nicole Greidanus and Adelle Dodds. Top, Princess winner Jory Willits. (Heather Crawford photo) Beauty Queens The contestants for the 2005 Queen of the Furrow competition line up after the crowning ceremony. From left to right Amanda Dorsch, Karrie Howe, Tamara Haasnoot, Katie Williamson, winner Jessica Feagan, former Queen Rosanna Grobbink, Rachel DeBoer, Ellyssia Townsend, Beth Kresky and Amy Cook. (Heather Crawford photo)Gearing Up Plowing match a success Beth Kresky learns the ropes of tractor plowing at the 78th Annual Huron County Plowing Match held in Belgrave on Friday. (Heather Crawford photo) The 78th annual Huron County Plowing Match hosted by North Huron reeve Doug Layton was held last week at the farm of Allen and Kim Walker. Participants from all over Huron County took part in the competition on Aug. 25 and 26. Kids ages 10 and up from the 4-H Sod Busters learned the tricks of the trade on Thursday, getting behind the wheel and plowing the fields with a little guidance from parents and sponsors. The crowning of the Princess of the Furrow also took place Thursday morning, as six hopefuls, between the ages of 12 - 15 took the stage to give speeches, answer questions and show off their own plowing skills. Jory Willets 14, of Wingham took home the crown. Lunch was provided for all of those partaking in the plowing and Princess competition and was sponsored by McKillop Mutual in Seaforth. The princess contest was sponsored by MGM Townsend Tire in Londesborough. Friday’s events got an early start with plowing beginning at 9 a.m. Il was a beautiful day for the participants to show off their skills. Whether it was with an antique tractor, horses or by hand, the onlookers were surely impressed. A barbeque dinner was held in the Belgrave Community Centre. Friday evening preceding the announcement of this year’s Queen ol i he Furrow. Nine girls competed by plowing, giving speeches, and taking on an impromptu talk. In the end, Jessica Feagan of the Benmiller area took the title. Runners-up were Rachel DeBoer of Blyth and Katie Williamson of the Walton area. Jessica also took home the honour of best plowing. CLINTON PUBLIC HOSPITAL MATERNAL/CHILD PROGRAM MATERNAL/CHILD PROGRAM "A new way of providing service at Clinton Public Hospital" "BABYAND I" PROGRAM DAYS - WEDNESDAYS 10-11:30 a.m. WHERE - CLINTON PUBLIC HOSPITAL CONFERENCE ROOM (Second Floor) WHEN ATTENDING FOR THE FIRST TIME PLEASE REGISTER IN ADMITTING PROGRAM TOPICS: Wednesday, Sept. 7 Wednesday, Sept. 14 - Wednesday, Sept. 21 - Wednesday, Sept. 28 - NO FEE "Share Your Birth Experience" "Babies & Books" Early Literacy Speaker — Naomi Pelss, Early Childhood Educator Living With Your Baby Video - "Diapers & Delirium" "Baby Sense" ’ Speaker — Ellen Churchward, Speech Pathologist For more info call Veronica Farquhar - 482-3440 Ext. 304 PRINTING IS OUR BUSINESS •Colour Printing • Posters • Letterheads • Envelopes • Business Cards • Business Forms • Brochures • Flyers • Carbonless Forms • Labels WE CAN DO IT ALL! BLYTH PRINTING INC. BLYTH 523-9211